Mar 6, 2025 | Pratham, Stories
Arman*, an 11-year-old boy, moved to Mumbai with his family from Rajasthan in search of better opportunities. The transition was difficult, and adjusting to life in a big city was not easy for him. He struggled in school, lacked confidence, and found it hard to keep...
Mar 6, 2025 | Pratham, Stories
Aarif*, an 11-year-old boy, faced many struggles in his early years. His family originally lived in Kolkata, but his father took his mother, Alia*, to Mumbai and forced her into the sex trade in the Ghatkopar red-light area. Aarif lived with his parents and...
Mar 6, 2025 | Pratham, Stories
Omi*, a six-year-old boy, moved to Mumbai with his family from Bihar in search of better opportunities. His father works as a driver in a construction company, while his mother takes care of the home. He has three siblings, and life at home is quiet, as his father...
Sep 25, 2022 | Pratham, Stories
As it is said, “there are always periodic opportunities to give up, while every single moment is an opportunity to persevere”. Neeta, one of our participants from Turbhe is truly a live example of perseverance. Neeta comes from a large family comprising of six...
Aug 14, 2020 | Pratham, Stories
Harsh* lives in the Turbhe red light area with his grandparents, mother and brother. He is currently in Level 4 of Sahaara’s remedial classes. During the lockdown, Sahaara started online classes as physical classes were restricted. Harsh’s mother had a smart...
Feb 15, 2019 | Pratham, Stories
Human trafficking in India is a growing epidemic in our country. According to the Global Slavery Index, 2016 there are 6 victims for every thousand people. (The Global Slavery Index report, 2016) and the number is growing. The crime of human trafficking is heinous and...
